Military and Veteran News

Military & Veterans News SecVA press conference, 6/27/23

Military & Veterans News VA awards $11.5 million in first-of-their-kind grants for legal services for homeless Veterans WASHINGTON — Today, the Department of Veterans Affairs awarded $11.5 million in legal services grants for Veterans experiencing or at-risk of homelessness as part of its natio

Military & Veterans News VA launches national PACT Act Summer VetFest to encourage Veterans and survivors to apply for new health care and benefits WASHINGTON — In July, VA will kick off PACT Act Summer VetFest to inform Veterans, their families, and survivors about the PACT Act and encourage them to apply for the

Military & Veterans News VA stands up Agency Equity Team to ensure that all Veterans receive the world-class care and benefits they deserve VA also announced that it has created a new Equity Assurance Office within the Veterans Benefits Administration. This office will work in coordination with the I*DEA Council to eliminate any disparities in the delivery of earned benefits to Veterans, including disability benefits, housing benefits, GI Bill benefits, and much more. This office will be led by Laurine Carson and will report directly to the Office of the Under Secretary for Benefits.   

Military & Veterans News Veterans can now call 1-800-MyVA411 to report sexual assault or sexual harassment at VA Today, the Department of Veterans Affairs announced that Veterans, their families, caregivers, and survivors can now report incidents of sexual assault or sexual harassment at VA facilities by calling 1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411, option 9).  

Military & Veterans News VA updates disability rating schedules for genitourinary and cardiovascular systems WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced its update to the genitourinary and cardiovascular regulations in the VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities at Title 38 Code of Federal Regulations.

Military & Veterans News VA honors lives lost, American heroism on 20th anniversary of 9/11 WASHINGTON — In commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks against the U.S., the Department of Veterans Affairs will host several tributes throughout its enterprise to recognize loved ones lost, loved ones injured and those forever changed by the tragic events.

Military & Veterans News Secretary of Defense Austin Issues Guidance for Mandatory Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination of Department of Defense Service Members Today, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III issued a memorandum for Mandatory Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination of Department of Defense Service Members.

Military & Veterans News VA seeks increase in academic relationships with minority-serving institutions to expand health professions training WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs hosted the 2021 Minority Summit: The Power of Collaborating with VA, June 9, to strengthen and expand its relationships with minority-serving colleges, universities and medical schools, and professional organizations.

Military & Veterans News Enrollment applications now available for accelerated program to prepare Veterans for high-demand careers As part of the American Rescue Plan, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is accepting applications from Veterans interested in the Veteran Rapid Retraining Assistance Program.

Military & Veterans News VA’s 1 Step Today campaign promotes Veteran mental wellness As part of Mental Health Month, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs launched 1 Step Today to provide guidance curated by Veterans to inspire them to start on a path toward recovery, well-being and a healthier tomorrow, by taking one step at a time. 

Military & Veterans News VA announces Biden administration appointees WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) released the names of several key Biden administration political appointees joining the department.

Military & Veterans News VA, Fitbit help support Veteran health and wellness during COVID-19 pandemic WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today a new initiative with Fitbit that will provide eligible Veterans, caregivers and VA staff with access to Fitbit programs and services to help manage stress, improve sleep and increase physical activity during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Military & Veterans News VA expands access to telehealth services during COVID-19 pandemic for older, rural and homeless Veterans WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today its Digital Divide Consult  has helped more than 12,000 Veterans obtain internet access or a video-capable device for their health care needs.  

Military & Veterans News VA updates welcome kit for Veterans and families WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced today the addition of 10 ‘quick start guides’ and caregiver resources to the VA Welcome Kit — a guide for service members, Veterans, their families, caregivers, and survivors to access  care, benefits and services.

Military & Veterans News VA launches single access point to all VA contact centers WASHINGTON — The U.S.

Military & Veterans News VA recognized for impact on lives of Blue Water Navy Veterans WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals has awarded the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) Blue Water Navy (BWN) communications and outreach campaign with a 2020 MarCom Platinum Award.

Military & Veterans News VA, American Kidney Fund join efforts to help Veterans diagnosed with kidney disease WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today it is partnering with the nonprofit The American Kidney Fund (AKF) to help Veterans   diagnosed with kidney disease live healthier lives. 

Military & Veterans News VA releases COVID-19 Response Report WASHINGTON — The U.S.

Military & Veterans News VA honors caregivers of Veterans throughout November WASHINGTON — During National Family Caregivers Month this November, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will honor the caregivers of Veterans for their invaluable health care, acknowledging the critical role they play in caring for Veterans every day — and even more so during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Military & Veterans News VA partnership helps secure permanent housing for more than 4,000 formerly homeless Veterans WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today their partnership with Veterans Matter has helped more than 4,000 Veterans exit homelessness and move into permanent housing since 2012.

Military & Veterans News During Suicide Prevention Month VA encourages supporters to “Be There” for Veterans and help connect them with resources This September, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recognizes Suicide Prevention Month highlighting VA’s Be There campaign, reminding Veterans and their loved ones that small actions can make a big difference to Veterans going through difficult times.

Military & Veterans News VA’s digital COVID-19 screening for Veterans, employees, aids in low infection rate The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today the use of digital screening at VA health care facilities and increased telehealth has enabled the department to dramatically increase the rate of COVID-19 testing for Veterans and employees.

Military & Veterans News VA rolls out new patient-appointment tool, as part of electronic health record modernization transformation The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) launched a new appointment scheduling tool Aug. 21 at the VA Central Ohio Healthcare System to make medical visits more efficient for care providers and Veterans.